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Friday, October 17, 2008

Have a Green Halloween!

I do love Halloween, but I have to admit that thinking of a costume stress me out every year. Well, Grist.org's Umbra Fisk offers witty ideas for those interested in an eco-themed Halloween costume. Fisk writes, "Adult eco-themed costumes must walk a fine line between depressing and funny--the eco-line we all walk every day." Here are a few highlights from the author's list:

Prius owner: Dress in clean, tasteful clothing and walk around with contented air, holding Prius key casually at chin level (pain small matchbox black and write "Prius" in shiny letters or, if you have actual Prius, write "Prius" on key). Stuff pockets with with overflowing money saved on gas. Click here for Fisk's full list.

Grist isn't the only one telling readers how to make their Halloween more green. About.com also has a list of Green Halloween Tips that includes the following: 1) Trick or Treat with Reusable Bags; 2) Make Do-It-Yourself Costumes; 3) Give Eco-Friendly Treats; 4) Walk Instead of Driving; 5) Make Your Halloween Party Eco-Friendly; 6) Reuse and Recycle; 7) Keep Halloween Clean; 8) Keep it Going. Click here for About.com's full list.

Green Halloween also has a whole website dedicated to offering fun, healthy, affordable and easy costume ideas that benefit both kids and the planet.

Good luck on the costume search and party preparation. We look forward to seeing your green ideas out there on the 31st!

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